Swinton Estate
9.8Masham, North Yorkshire, England
Events
Events for up to 120 delegates.
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Overnight Accommodation
Sleeps 80 guests in 42 rooms.
A luxury castle hotel in the Yorkshire Dales, set amidst an extensive 20,000-acre estate.
Swinton Estate is home to the 18th-century ancestral seat of the Cunliffe-Lister family. With optional exclusive hire, the impressive neo-Gothic property sits peacefully in wooded parkland amid shimmering lakes, part of a 20,000-acre country estate in the heart of North Yorkshire. Located on the edge of the famous Yorkshire Dales, it features excellent travel links, exceptional fine dining, dramatic landscape views, state-of-the-art facilities and luxurious accommodation.
Variety to suit your needs
Swinton Estate’s strong commitment to sustainability provides businesses with an eco-friendly venue. From the outdoor bothy meeting space to the spa garden, this refined and inspiring environment offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventure, wellness tranquillity, meeting spaces and castle opulence, providing a unique setting for fostering teamwork, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
Convenient travel options
Not only does it offer a prestigious venue for your corporate event or business retreat, but Swinton Estate is extremely well located for ease of travel, being only 20 minutes from the A1(M) and midway between London and Edinburgh. There are two train stations a convenient 25-minute drive away.
Meetings and Events
Swinton Park can host up to 120 seated delegates. It is a superb venue for a wide range of corporate functions; from conferences, AGMs and product launches to small business meetings and corporate incentive stays. Its creative and beautifully designed rooms and outdoor spaces guarantee to host your meeting or event with precision, professionalism and an abundance of style. Below are just a few of its meeting hotspots:
The Panelled Room
Within the property, this elegant, light and airy room is ideal for up to 24 delegates in theatre-style or boardroom meetings, showcasing the manicured front lawn.
The Library
Located in the hotel, this large and beautiful room lends itself perfectly to hosting up to 50 meeting or conference guests in theatre or banqueting-style. Floor-to-ceiling Georgian windows fill the room with natural light and boast majestic parkland views.
The Arnagill
The space comprises part of The Terrace Restaurant and Bar as a private room, accommodating up to 20 guests in an exclusive dinner party, business meeting or drinks' reception. It features a boot room, serving room and in-built AV screen.
The Deer House
This unique, restored period masterpiece nestled at the heart of the Deer Park overlooks the estate. Ideally situated for your important meeting or grand event, it can accommodate theatre-style or banqueting.
Facility's highlights
- A variety of unique meeting spaces within the property and on the estate
- A blend of luxury with sustainability
- Engaging teambuilding activities
- Professional corporate events team
- A scenic, natural and creative environment
- Complimentary on-site parking
Dining
Swinton Estate offers exquisite corporate dining experiences, focusing on seasonal, locally-sourced produce from across the vast estate, from the four-acre walled garden to the parkland and tenanted farms.
Whether you’re surrounded by the splendour and elegance of Samuel’s Restaurant, relaxing with colleagues in the Terrace Restaurant and Bar or enjoying a hearty breakfast in the Bivouac Café with views over the Yorkshire Dales, Swinton’s commitment to sustainable fine dining ensures every dish is crafted with care, highlighting the best of Yorkshire's harvest.
What to expect
- A range of culinary experiences and dining areas
- Award-winning cuisine
- Sustainable-first fine dining
- Various themed and stylish bars
- Alfresco terrace dining
- Pizza in the park & picnics to complement teambuilding
- Afternoon tea
- Food trailer dining
Team Building
Bespoke crafted itineraries
Swinton Estate offers a variety of activities and experiences with which to reward your hardworking team, whilst providing a unique setting for your event. Choose from a range of tailored experiences, all of which can be customised to meet your specific needs, ensuring a memorable and personalised corporate event.
Wellness retreat experience
Swinton Estate also offers corporate wellness retreats through restorative teambuilding activities. Your time on the estate will be enriched by the estate’s stunning natural surroundings, including a serene deer park, five tranquil lakes, meticulously manicured gardens and expansive parkland.
Activities include
- Archery and axe throwing
- Falconry
- Laser clay shooting
- Cryptic chase orienteering
- Cookery school and courses
- Fly fishing
- Wild swimming and forest bathing
- Swinton Country Club - Spa space including wellness facilities and pools. Perfect for treating important clients or relaxing with colleagues, it preserves Swinton Estate’s immaculate combination of tradition and luxury within a tranquil setting.
Accommodation
Luxury castle hotel & coach house
There are 42 bedrooms and suites located across both the historic castle and the coach house, characterfully named and impressively-appointed, reinforcing Swinton Estate’s luxury corporate guest experience.
Expansive rooms, many featuring desk space, are exquisitely furnished to the highest standard, featuring en-suite bathrooms and stunning views; a harmonious blend of antique furnishings, luxurious fabrics and contemporary design.
‘Off‑grid’ experience and accommodation
Perfect for tranquil corporate retreats and teambuilding, Swinton Bivouac is nestled within the woodland at the edge of vast moorland. The Tree Lodges, Meadow Yurts, Cabin Yurts, and the Loft are all lovingly furnished, complete with luxurious bed linens, fluffy towels and robes.
From prestigious business events to wellness retreats, Swinton boasts all the contemporary comforts and amenities expected of an overnight corporate stay.
Accommodation highlights
- 42 bedrooms in the castle and coach house
- Variety of room types
- Additional woodland ‘off-grid’ accommodation
- Exceptional comfort in serene surroundings
Prices
The Day Delegate Rate starts from £80 per day (£60 per half day, excluding afternoon refreshments) for a minimum of 8 people, and includes
- Exclusive meeting room hire
- Tea/coffee and arrival snack
- Chefs choice of working lunch
- Tea/coffee and snacks in the afternoon
- Screen and flipchart
- Notepads and pens
- Still/sparkling water
- VAT
The 24-Hour Delegate Rate is offered at a discounted 10% rate from normal rates, to include breakfast.
Location
Swinton Estate is located in North Yorkshire, close to the small market town of Masham and less than an hour from the historic city of York. It is easily accessible, just 15 minutes from the A1, but set amongst a secluded 20,000-acre estate.
Reviews
9.8